Chapter 207: 102
“I fear nearly half of all the well-known Sea Pirate Groups have come, banding together. Their total number and warships might very well exceed our own Giant Whale Gang!”
Despite having anticipated such a situation, Sikong Wen couldn’t help but feel alarmed.
During this past half a year, Li Hun had been busy, notifying and uniting the other Sea Pirate Groups to collectively oppose the Giant Whale Gang.
The Giant Whale Gang occupied the most bustling shipping routes, lying back and earning money, which had long been a source of envy for many Sea Pirates, not to mention that in order to establish their power, the Giant Whale Gang often went out to exterminate pirates, leaving the Sea Pirates of the Blue Rain Sea with a deep-seated hatred for them.
With Sikong Zhan in their hands, and fueled by Li Hun’s persuasion, they had managed to gather eight or nine Sea Pirate Groups. Today, they converged in this sea area, like a horde of bloodthirsty sharks wanting to tear apart and devour the delicious Giant Whale down to the last bite!
As the two sides confronted each other, neither made a move. The entire sea was dotted with ships of all sizes; once the battle would begin, it was bound to be an exceptionally fierce and bloody conflict!
In the distance, a beautifully crafted small boat approached, decorated with many flowers, giving it a festive appearance.
At the bow, a soft-featured man in green clothes called out loudly, “Gang Leader Sikong, I am Li Fei, the Vice Leader of the Ghost Group, directed by our leader Li Hun to welcome Gang Leader Sikong. Please come to the island for a visit, so we may extend our hospitality!”
As he spoke, this luxurious red boat was heading towards the largest and most conspicuous Giant Whale Number.
“Gang Leader…”
On the Giant Whale Number, several Hall Masters looked towards Su Changkong, who was disguised as Sikong Yong.
They were aware that these Sea Pirates were plotting to ‘lure the tiger out of the mountain’ by inviting Sikong Yong to the island alone for the meeting. It was surely an extremely dangerous place, and if Sikong Yong fell into the trap or encountered unforeseen danger, without their leader, the Giant Whale Gang would certainly become demoralized. Facing the numerous Sea Pirates, their likely outcome would be disastrous defeat.
Yet they couldn’t simply refuse to go. Sikong Zhan was in the enemy’s hands, their bargaining chip!
Having discussed this situation earlier, Su Changkong said indifferently, “Then I shall make the journey!”
“I will accompany you!”
“And I!”
“I’ll go as well!”
As soon as Su Changkong spoke, several others responded.
This included Sikong Huang and two Hall Masters Zhao Tianhuo and Gao An. Both Hall Masters were exceptionally young and energetic among the top four Hall Masters, and had been personally promoted by Sikong Yong. They were now willing to follow ‘Sikong Yong’ into the extremely dangerous place with courage.
“Alright, elder, please command here. If anything happens, adapt accordingly. I will take their heads!”
Su Changkong said to Sikong Wen.
Sikong Wen had been the previous Gang Leader of the Giant Whale Gang and, along with the other two Hall Masters, was far more experienced in commanding their gang in battle.
If Li Hun was aiming for a ‘lure the tiger out of the mountain’ ploy, Su Changkong was going to show them who the true prey was!
“Yes!” Sikong Wen and the other Hall Masters all responded respectfully, admiring Su Changkong’s bravery in their hearts, knowing full well that Ghost Island was already a net from heaven and earth, an extremely dangerous place, but he remained unflustered.
The red ceremonial boat was approaching. Without hesitation, Su Changkong leaped gracefully from the deck of the Giant Whale Number and landed on the red boat, followed closely by Sikong Huang, Gao An, and Zhao Tianhuo, who all landed on the red boat in succession.
“Let us set off.”
Su Changkong cast a casual glance at Li Fei, the Vice Leader of the Ghost Group, who was Li Hun’s own brother.
“Yes.”
Li Fei scrutinized Su Changkong with a smile and a nod.
Whoosh!
The sailors on the red boat rowed the oars, cutting through the currents, as the boat headed towards Ghost Island.
The red boat left the sea area occupied by the Giant Whale Gang’s fleet and proceeded on its way, also passing through the Sea Pirate ships along the route.
Ghost Island lay behind these Sea Pirate ships; in the event of a conflict, there would be no one to come to their rescue!
Soon, a sizable island appeared close at hand, with fully armed Sea Pirates dotting the shoreline.
The red boat docked, and Li Fei was the first to disembark, “Gentlemen, please follow me. My brother has been awaiting you with a feast for some time.”
The group of four followed Li Fei deep into Ghost Island.
“This island… is filled with the elite of the Sea Pirate Groups, sentinels every ten steps, guards every five. They’re well-equipped, most wearing thick armor!”
Hall Master of Fire Whale Hall, Zhao Tianhuo, had a grave expression as he noticed that Ghost Island was indeed a net from heaven and earth.
Along the way, a large number of Sea Pirates stood erect, exuding a ferocious aura, and clad in heavy metal armor. They looked less like Sea Pirates and more like well-trained soldiers!
Su Changkong kept a calm demeanor, sensing malicious gazes hidden in the shadows. At this moment, this island was filled with enemies!
Walking along, they encountered several buildings and came upon a large square that seemed to be a training ground crowded with hundreds, nearly a thousand, Sea Pirates—all staring at the approaching Su Changkong and his companions.
“If we get into a fight… just the sheer number of these Sea Pirates will be enough to give us a hard time!”
The tall and slender Hall Master of Electric Whale Hall, Gao An, couldn’t help but grimace inwardly.
A Martial Artist of the Qi-Blood Realm might be able to take on a hundred men, but facing a thousand well-trained soldiers would likely result in being torn to shreds alive!
“Gang Leader Sikong has traveled from afar; we failed to welcome you properly!”
A light chuckle sounded, as the Sea Pirates along the way cleared a path.
In the center of the spacious square was a large round table surrounded by people; there were at least a dozen or twenty, each with a powerful aura and the sense of strong Qi and Blood coursing within.
“Nearly all are in the Qi-Blood Realm… are those the leaders and vice leaders of the Sea Pirate Groups?”